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The Philippines Department of Health reported that between 1 January - 1 March 2014, 11 019 cases of dengue fever were reported. This compares with, 23 355 cases reported for the same period in 2013. There were 40 fatalities linked to dengue fever reported in the first two months of 2014.
(Via The Global Dispatch - accessed 28/03/14)
Avoidance of mosquito bites, particularly during daylight hours, by covering up with clothing, the use of bite avoidance measures such as repellent and bed nets is advised. Elimination of breeding sites around hotel rooms/houses is advised for longer term stays.